Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Seattle, WA

A Heavy Equipment Operator in the landscaping industry operates large machinery used in the construction and maintenance of landscapes. Their duties may include grading terrain, hauling materials, digging holes for planting, and other tasks where heavy machinery is needed. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of equipment, typically including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and backhoes. They also perform routine inspections and maintenance on the machinery, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Important skills for a Heavy Equipment Operator include mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in diverse weather conditions. A high school diploma is usually required, along with a commercial driver's license (CDL) and a certification in heavy equipment operations. This certification can be obtained through trade schools or community colleges. Before becoming a Heavy Equipment Operator, a person may have roles such as a Laborer or a Landscape Worker, which provide relevant experiences like operating smaller machinery, understanding of landscape designs and plans, and familiarity with the industry's safety requirements.

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Paver Operator Full Benefits + 401K

  • Woodinville, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodinville, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

***Up to a $500 Hiring Bonus!*** With over 45 years of experience, AA Asphalting has become the Pacific Northwest's leading asphalt and concrete restoration provider with several operating...

Construction - Paver Operator $27-$34.25/hr

  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

***Up to a $500 Hiring Bonus!*** With over 45 years of experience, AA Asphalting has become the Pacific Northwest's leading asphalt and concrete restoration provider with several operating...

Counter Sales Rep & Forklift Operator

  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Bellevue Main Office - Bellevue, WA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : None Salary Range : $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly Travel Percentage : None...

Crane Operator Supervisor I

  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 days ago

You will plan daily and weekly work schedules, establishing priorities on the basis of general work schedules, methods and instructions from higher levels of supervision. You will assign work to...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a stand up forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance? If all these ring true, there...

Mid Shift Excavator Operator

  • Mill Creek, WA (17 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mill Creek, WA (17 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Line of Business: Aggregates About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the...

Crane Operator Supervisor I

  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 5 days ago

You will serve as a Crane Operator Supervisor I in the Rigger & Equipment Operations Division, Lifting and Handling Department of PSNS and IMF.Although a specific length of time and experience is...

Crane Operator

  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 7 days ago

You will operate cranes at all boom lengths, angles and positions during continual location changes. You will work with various types and sizes of diesel engines, electric and hydraulic controls....

CDL Driver - Crane Operator

  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago

Are you a skilled CDL driver looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can be home every night? At QXO, we’re seeking a dedicated driver who takes pride in safety, service, and teamwork. As a...

Forklift Operator- Swing

  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Forklift Operator - Swing Job Description Join a dynamic and dedicated team as a Forklift Operator in a leading packaging company. We specialize in providing custom corrugated sheets and boxes,...

Crane Operator

  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago

You will serve as a CRANE OPERATOR in the Rigging and Equipment Operations Division (Code 740) of PSNS and IMF.Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and...

Forklift Operator

  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4283261 Job Title: Forklift Operator Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Redmond Date Posted: 06/03/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift: Day Shift Duration of Job:...

Forklift Operator III (SCW)

  • Des Moines, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 10 days ago

$24 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operate the forklift to load and unload containers from local delivery and inter-franchise drivers, new container inventory, repositioning and customer...

Pickup and delivery of cargo to and from various destinations usually within proximity of the consolidation/distribution center. The loading and unloading of trailers utilizing the same...

Forklift Operator

  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (10 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones,...

Demographic Data for Seattle, WA

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Salary for Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs in Seattle, WA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLandscaping research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Heavy Equipment Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Heavy Equipment Operators in Seattle, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
36.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.4%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Some High School
3.4%
Some College
2.9%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Heavy Equipment Operators in Seattle, WA
2-4 years
36.6%
Less than 1 year
26.8%
1-2 years
19.9%
4-6 years
16.3%
None
0.4%


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